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Monday, February 19 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Behavioral and Mental Health Crisis: An Epidemic and an Opportunity

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Significant studies of California’s behavioral health system have concluded that it is fragmented, unresponsive to consumer needs, does not always emphasize recovery and serves only a fraction of those in need. Attendees will learn more about opportunities to solve this crisis through several types of emergency and crisis services under development within California, in addition to the potential roles that volunteers play in the solutions.
Moderators
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Vicki Veal

Volunteer, Mission Hospital Mission Viejo
After retiring as a preschool teacher and instructor for 25 years, Vicki wanted to keep active and chose to do so by volunteering at her local hospital – Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo. In 2003, Vicki began volunteering at the reception desk and also the gift shop. After a year... Read More →
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Avi Zaraya

Assistant Medical Center & Area Administrator, Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills Medical Center
Avi Zaraya received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biopsychology/Pre-Med from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine University. Throughout his tenure, Avi has served as an Intern, Volunteer, Teen Volunteer Coordinator... Read More →

Speakers
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Richard Afable

Trustee, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
Richard F. Afable, M.D., a trustee of Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center in Torrance, is the 2018 chair of the California Hospital Association (CHA) Board of Trustees. Afable, a nationally recognized health care leader and medical executive, is the former President... Read More →

Monday February 19, 2018 5:00pm - 6:30pm AKST
Plaza Ballrooms I & II
  Opening Session

Attendees (12)